epilogism
- noun
- /ˌɛpɪˈlɒdʒɪzəm/
- Formal
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epilogismo
- The epilogism was clear.
Examples
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Many philosophers prefer epilogisms over pure speculation.
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His argument was based on epilogism, drawing conclusions from real-world observations rather than abstract theories.
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The scientist's epilogism was based entirely on the results of her experiments.
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Through careful observation, he arrived at an epilogism that challenged existing theories.
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Her epilogism relied on practical evidence rather than abstract reasoning.
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The scientist's use of epilogism helped her formulate a practical solution based on experimental data.
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In philosophy, epilogism emphasizes reasoning that reflects practical experiences over mere speculation.
Synonyms
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8.4
A view that we learn mainly from experience, observation, and experiments
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A study that uses observation or experiments to learn facts
A view that knowledge comes mostly from what we learn through our senses
The belief that people learn best by doing things rather than by reading or listening
Surface Forms
Morphology
epilogism = logism (opaque) = epi + log + ism
Formed from Greek combining elements (epi- + log + -ism); the components are technical and do not yield the sense 'inference from experience' to an average B1 learner.
Etymology
Epilogism comes from Greek parts epi- ('after' or 'on') and logos ('reason' or 'word'), similar to epilogue and logic. So an epilogism is a piece of reasoning that comes 'after' the facts — a conclusion based on what you observe and experience rather than on theory.